NJ Form DRM-21A Restoration Requirement Guide

NJ Form DRM-21A Restoration Requirement Guide – If you represent a client, attorney’s office, or organization that needs official information on what is required to restore a New Jersey driver’s license or vehicle registration privilege, Form DRM-21A is the document you must use. Issued by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC), this free application lets authorized representatives obtain the specific restoration requirements for one or more individuals.

This guide explains what Form DRM-21A is, who should use it, required supporting documents, how to complete and submit it, and where to get the official PDF. All information is based on current New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission guidance.

What Is New Jersey Form DRM-21A?

Form DRM-21A is the official “Restoration Requirement Application” used by representatives (attorneys, agencies, or authorized third parties) who need the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission to provide the exact requirements necessary to restore another person’s driving and/or registration privileges.

It is different from Form DRM-21, which is for individuals requesting their own restoration information. DRM-21A is specifically designed for third-party requests and must be accompanied by a completed and notarized Form DO-21A for every person whose information is being requested.

There is no fee for processing Form DRM-21A. The MVC typically takes about 10 business days to respond once a complete application is received.

Official source: New Jersey MVC Form DRM-21A (PDF)

Who Should Use Form DRM-21A?

You should use Form DRM-21A if you are:

An attorney or law firm representing a client whose New Jersey license or registration is suspended
A legal aid organization or social service agency assisting clients
Any authorized representative acting on behalf of another individual or multiple individuals
A company or organization that needs official restoration requirement details for clients

Individuals seeking their own restoration requirements should use Form DRM-21 instead of DRM-21A.

Required Supporting Documents

To process Form DRM-21A, the New Jersey MVC requires the following:

A fully completed Form DRM-21A (both pages)
A completed and notarized Form DO-21A – Notarized Authorization to Release Personal Motor Vehicle Information for every individual listed on the application
A photocopy of the requester’s current New Jersey driver license or non-driver identification card
For each individual whose restoration requirements are requested: their New Jersey driver license number, full name, and date of birth

The MVC may also request additional verification documents (such as a birth certificate) if needed. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

How to Complete Form DRM-21A?

Follow these steps carefully:

Download the official PDF from the New Jersey MVC website.
Print the form clearly or complete it electronically if your software allows.
Fill in the organization’s name, requester’s full name and title, phone number, complete mailing address, email address (if available), and the requester’s driver license number.
On page 2, list each individual for whom you are requesting restoration requirements. Provide the New Jersey driver license number, full legal name (including middle initial and suffix if applicable), and date of birth (MM/DD/YYYY).
Attach a photocopy of the requester’s current driver license or non-driver ID.
Attach a separate completed and notarized Form DO-21A for each person listed.
Sign and date the certification on page 2. Original signatures only — signature stamps are not accepted.

Both pages of the form must be submitted. Photocopies of the blank form are allowed for convenience.

How to Submit Form DRM-21A?

You may submit the completed package by mail, fax, or email to the Driver Records Management Bureau:

Mail:
Driver Records Management Bureau
P.O. Box 134
Trenton, NJ 08666-0134

Fax: 609-984-4407

Email: [email protected]

Phone for assistance: 609-292-7500

Allow approximately 10 business days for processing after the MVC receives a complete application.

Download New Jersey Form DRM-21A

Download the official, current version of the form directly from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission:

Download Form DRM-21A (PDF)

You can also find related forms, including the Individual Restoration Requirement Application (DRM-21) and the Notarized Authorization form (DO-21A), on the official NJ MVC Forms page.

Important Notes and Tips for U.S. Applicants

There is no filing fee for Form DRM-21A.
All personal information is protected under the New Jersey Drivers’ Privacy Protection Act (N.J.S.A. 39:2-3.3 et seq.). Unauthorized use or disclosure can result in criminal and civil penalties.
The information you receive is limited to the requirements needed to restore driving or registration privileges.
If the requester does not have a current New Jersey driver license or non-driver ID, contact the Driver Records Management Bureau at 609-292-7500 for guidance before submitting.
Always use the most recent version of the form available on the official nj.gov/mvc website.

Related New Jersey MVC Resources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission website at www.njmvc.gov or contact the Driver Records Management Bureau directly.